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Finishing Bond of Souls and Nightmares by Zara Storm leaves me with a profound sense of sadness that this journey is over, yet I couldn't have asked for a more perfect conclusion to the Fated to the Sun and Stars series. Picking up immediately after the jaw-dropping cliffhanger of the previous book, this final installment is a fast-paced, high-stakes finale that ties up every loose end with an emotional payoff that exceeded all my expectations.
Book Description
To save Trova, she must defy death itself—even if it damns her soul.
The hour of reckoning approaches. If Caledon gets his hands on the last artifacts of Ethira, he will become a god—and no one will be able to stand against his vengeful wrath.
Now Ana must sacrifice more than she’s ever had to before, defying the laws of life and death to save the prince she loves. But meddling with fate comes at a cost, and her choice will bind her and Leon in ways they never imagined.
As Leon’s magic unravels, his mind fractured by nightmares he cannot escape, Ana begins to fear that the price she paid to save him might have changed her forever.
With a kingdom on the brink of ruin and her own humanity hanging in the balance, Ana must learn to trust herself and the love that binds her to Leon in order to face the ultimate test…
Can she defeat a monster without becoming one herself?
About Zara Storm
Zara Storm writes fantasy romance with dark, compelling heroes and sassy, competent heroines. Her debut series is The Gold Weaver series. Zara loves fast-paced books with adventure, magic, strong characters, a rough-edged hero, and spicy romance.
Zara lives in Colorado with her husband, their two kids, her scaredy cat pit-bull mix, and their feisty cat who is queen of the house. When she’s not writing, she loves to read, hike the mountains, and travel to new places, but she’ll cop to the fact that she spends too much time watching Tiktok videos and she can endlessly watch Lucifer and Vampire Diaries.
You can connect with Zara on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram, and her website.
My Thoughts
Finishing Bond of Souls and Nightmares by Zara Storm leaves me with a profound sense of sadness that this journey is over, yet I couldn't have asked for a more perfect conclusion to the Fated to the Sun and Stars series. Picking up immediately after the jaw-dropping cliffhanger of the previous book, this final installment is a fast-paced, high-stakes finale that ties up every loose end with an emotional payoff that exceeded all my expectations.
Narrated brilliantly by Jessie Elwyn and Christopher Andrews, the audiobook brings a visceral depth to the complex magic and internal struggles of characters I have grown to love over the course of four books. The growth we see in Ana is truly remarkable; from her beginnings as an exiled survivor of torture to the powerhouse she becomes in this finale, her arc is defined by a grueling journey through loneliness, betrayal, and found family.
To save Trova from the vengeful Marek Caledon, Ana must defy the laws of life and death, sacrificing her own humanity to protect Leon. Watching Leon—the moody, morally grey hero who is sweet only for Ana—struggle as his magic unravels and his mind is fractured by nightmares added a heartbreaking layer to their bond. Their relationship evolves so naturally, making the ultimate test of their love feel earned and deeply meaningful.
Zara Storm deserves immense credit for the immersive world-building displayed throughout this series. The exploration of unique magic systems for humans, fae, and dryads is enthralling and thoughtfully developed, adding a rich texture to the kingdom. Using multiple points of view was a highlight for me, as it allowed for a deeper connection to the motivations behind every difficult choice made while the world hung in the balance.
This dark romantasy is a masterclass in the genre, blending horror and paranormal elements with a beautiful story of sacrifice. While it is hard to say goodbye to these characters, this series—available on Kindle Unlimited—is a must-read for anyone who loves a richly detailed world and a story that will live rent-free in your head long after the final page.
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